# Euro 2016 Qualifiers

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# issue

James McClean sits out Ireland training with back issue

John O’Shea, Eunan O’Kane and Kevin Doyle also didn’t train.

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Nov 8th 2016, 12:19 PM

# Review

Player ratings: How Ireland's footballers fared for their clubs this season

There were mixed fortunes for the Boys in Green at domestic level this year.

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May 22nd 2016, 7:00 AM

# Optimism

Jon Walters issues positive injury update after reports suggest he could miss the Euros

The striker was ruled out of Ireland’s recent friendlies with Switzerland and Slovakia owing to injury.

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Mar 31st 2016, 2:23 PM

# Options

5 players we'd like to see in the Ireland squad tomorrow

Chris Forrester and others with at least an outside chance of making the Euros.

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Mar 10th 2016, 8:30 PM

# clarification

FAI to give Euro 2016 tickets to 'most loyal supporters'

Preference will be given Supporters Clubs, Season Ticket holders and Fans Direct members among others.

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Feb 15th 2016, 5:09 PM

# Deadline

Heading to the Euros to see Ireland play? Time is running out to apply for tickets

Tickets are not allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so those who apply now could still be successful.

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Jan 18th 2016, 9:13 AM

# dream team

The42's ridiculously early Ireland starting XI for Euro 2016

We put on our manager’s hat – as well as a regular cap – to predict Martin O’Neill’s thinking.

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Jan 1st 2016, 6:00 PM

# Crystal Ball

8 unlikely sporting predictions that will almost certainly pan out in 2016

Can Ireland cause a shock at the European championships?

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Jan 1st 2016, 5:00 PM

# Opinion

Player ratings: How Ireland's footballers got on in 2015

We rank Martin O’Neill’s men based on their club and international form.

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Dec 31st 2015, 5:00 PM

# doubt

Martin O'Neill admits uncertainty over Ireland future

The 63-year-old coach guided his side to France via the play-offs earlier this year.

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Dec 31st 2015, 1:56 PM

# Selection dilemma

Here's who we think will make Ireland's 23-man Euro 2016 squad

Martin O’Neill faces a number of tough decisions ahead of this summer’s big event.

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Dec 29th 2015, 5:00 PM

# Looking Back

Ireland goalkeeper Darren Randolph on why rugby, GAA and basketball's loss was soccer's gain

The Bray native tells The42 about his basketball-playing father.

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Dec 26th 2015, 11:00 PM

# looking ahead

Irish goalkeeper David Forde's Euro 2016 hopes have been given a boost

The 35-year-old stopper lost his place in the Ireland side earlier this year.

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Dec 21st 2015, 3:22 PM

# In form

Irish midfielder Alan Judge continues remarkable record in the Championship

The 27-year-old Dubliner is enjoying an excellent season with Brentford.

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Dec 13th 2015, 1:51 PM

# anticipation

Ahead of today's draw, a guide to all 24 Euro 2016 teams

Ireland, Wales, England and Northern Ireland are among the sides set to discover their fate.

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Dec 12th 2015, 12:05 AM

# Bonus

Second pre-Euro 2016 Ireland friendly announced for March

The game will be free to all season ticket holders.

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Dec 7th 2015, 10:14 PM

# Best Fans in the World

Keep an eye out for this Shane Long flag at Euro 2016 because it's a classic

The bar has been set very high, lads.

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Dec 3rd 2015, 2:58 PM

# Opinion

O'Neill's greatest feat isn't getting Ireland to the Euros -- it's making people love the team again

The Boys in Green beat Bosnia earlier this week to secure their spot in France.

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Nov 22nd 2015, 8:00 AM

# Opinion

3 winners and 3 losers from Ireland's latest international week

We assess the players whose repuations were enhanced, as well as those whose position within the squad has been weakened.

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Nov 21st 2015, 8:30 AM

# Analysis

How Jon Walters has become a vital cog in Martin O’Neill’s Green Machine

We take an in-depth look at the Irish striker’s performance against Bosnia the other night.

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Nov 19th 2015, 12:02 PM

# Remember when

7 of Ireland's most perfect days on home soil

The defeat of Holland in 2001 and other memorable occasions for the Boys in Green.

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Nov 17th 2015, 6:06 PM

# sour grapes

'The referee was 70-30 in favour of the Irish', says Edin Dzeko

The star striker felt Bjorn Kuipers’ performance left a lot to be desired.

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Nov 17th 2015, 4:08 PM

# Alternative View

The international media reaction to Ireland's Euro 2016 qualification

Daily Mail reporter Ian Ladyman described the game as Martin O’Neill’s “moment of triumph”.

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Nov 17th 2015, 3:49 PM

# Comment

Isn't it great to feel great again?

It’s not too long ago when the future seemed incredibly bleak.

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Nov 17th 2015, 3:17 PM

# looking ahead

The best and worst-case scenarios for Ireland in the Euro 2016 draw

England, Spain and France are among the teams that the Boys in Green could meet.

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Nov 17th 2015, 1:27 PM

# fyi

Could the Republic play the North and all you need to know about Euro 2016

Also, when does the draw take place and how does the 24-team format work.

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Nov 17th 2015, 12:30 PM

# simplicity

'Win the game' - Darren Randolph on Martin O'Neill's pre-match team talk

The Irish team avoided the temptation of playing for a 0-0 draw against Bosnia last night.

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Nov 17th 2015, 11:54 AM

# Opinion

Ireland deserve credit for their Euros qualification, but let's not get carried away this time

Martin O’Neill’s men secured their passage to France after beating Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 last night.

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Nov 17th 2015, 7:05 AM

# Complaint

'The referee had a terrible night' - Bosnia coach

Björn Kuipers awarded Ireland what looked a dubious penalty in the first half.

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Nov 17th 2015, 12:21 AM

# Spirited

'It’s the nights that you live for' - O'Neill thrilled for 'fantastic bunch of players' and 'exceptional' Walters

Ireland’s manager also singled out right-hand man Roy Keane for his contribution throughout the campaign.

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Nov 17th 2015, 12:12 AM

# Reaction

'As long as we're not in Saipan we'll be alright' - Roy Keane on Euros qualification

The Corkonian had high praise for Ireland’s two-goal hero Jon Walters.

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Nov 16th 2015, 11:07 PM

AS IT HAPPENED

Ireland v Bosnia, Euro 2016 play-off

Ireland took on Bosnia, with a place in France next summer up for grabs

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Nov 16th 2015, 11:03 PM

# Superman

Here's the goal that secured Ireland's place at the Euros

Jon Walters’ second ensured a famous win for the Boys in Green.

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Nov 16th 2015, 10:08 PM

# COYBIG

'It's pronounced Jean Waltèrs' - the best reaction to Ireland's Euro 2016 qualification

What a night at the Aviva.

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Nov 16th 2015, 9:45 PM

# Impressive

Bosnian fans have arrived in Dublin and are rapidly taking over the city

It promises to be a superb atmosphere at the Aviva Stadium this evening.

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Nov 16th 2015, 5:49 PM

# Preview

Is Keane set for last competitive game at the Aviva and more Ireland-Bosnia talking points?

Also, will Džeko be fit and can the Irish team keep hold of the ball.

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Nov 16th 2015, 5:19 PM

# Analysis

The substitution that changes tonight's Ireland-Bosnia game

The Boys in Green’s encouraging 1-1 draw in Zenica was not without its problems.

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Nov 16th 2015, 3:30 PM

# winner takes all

Martin O'Neill 'proud' of his side as Ireland stand on verge of Euro 2016 qualification

The stakes couldn’t be any higher as Ireland’s day of destiny has arrived.

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Nov 16th 2015, 8:00 AM

# fight fire with fire

'Camping outside our box for 90 minutes is a recipe for disaster - we have to be positive'

Martin O’Neill insists Ireland can’t afford to head into Monday’s Euro 2016 play-off second-leg in a defensive mindset.

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Nov 15th 2015, 4:33 PM

# Careful Now

Long and O'Shea back in training but Martin O'Neill wary of expecting too much

The pair haven’t played much football in recent weeks.

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Nov 15th 2015, 1:46 PM